Health Care Aide

Alberta Health Services; Elk Point; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp P/T Benefits

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Elk Point is seeking a Health Care Aide (HCA) to join a multidisciplinary team in Home Care. The role provides personal assistance and supports daily living activities under a patient care plan, with supervision from a regulated professional.

Posting details show a temporary part-time position (FTE 0.50), shifts across days, evenings, nights and weekends, with a start date around 16-Nov-2026 and end date 19-Apr-2028. A current CLHA registration and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, with proof of education or completion within 18 months of hire.
• Must possess current BLS certification and be able to meet physical demands (standing, bending, walking, lifting).
• Preferred MAP (Medication Assistance Program).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance and assist with activities of daily living according to patient care plans and facility policies.
• Support nurses in routine care, hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation and safety needs.
• Observe and report on patients’ mood, health and wellbeing; maintain a safe environment and effective communication with patients and health care professionals.

Education

Health Care Aide Certificate/CLHA registration

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Elk Point, the right place to be, is located on Treaty 6 lands and those of the Metis. The Town of Elk Point is a patch of prairie heaven at the edge of Alberta’s Lake Country and is surrounded by breath-taking scenery. A true nature-lover’s paradise, the area is known for the trails, lakes, wildlife and outdoor hobbies. Alberta’s Iron Horse Trail is among the popular trails and provincial historic sites like the Fort George-Buckingham House. Elk Point may be a small town, but it is an active community and can boast Alberta’s best bakery, golf courses, sport groups, and an active Farmers’ Market. You can enjoy a quality of life in this family-friendly community, as you grow your career and provide exceptional care to your neighbors.

Description:

As a Health Care Aide (HCA), you will work as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team, providing personal assistance by supporting activities of daily living and delivering support services to patients (clients, residents) who require short term assistance or ongoing support, in accordance with the patient care plan and facility policies and procedures. In this role, you will work closely with patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care in home, community, and health care facilities. You will assist nurses with the provision of routine care to meet patients' hygiene, nutrition, mobility, recreation, and safety needs; assist with organized activities or programs; and observe and report on patients' mood, health, and wellbeing. Working under the supervision of a regulated health professional, you will assist in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while supporting effective communication with patients and health care professionals.

PLEASE NOTE: Until a new hire provides proof of HCA certification, they will be paid at the uncertified pay grade in accordance with the AUPE AUX Collective Agreement.

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Health Care Aide
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Home Care
• Primary Location: Elk Point Community Health
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.50
• Posting End Date: 02-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 19-APR-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 10
• Shifts per cycle: 25
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $26.43
• Maximum Salary: $29.58
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

• Active or eligible for registration or practice permit with the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) as a Health Care Aide, along with proof of education or completion of Health Care Aide Certificate within 18 months of hire.

Additional Required Qualifications:

• Must possess current BLS. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job. Duties that involve periods of physical activity such as standing, bending, walking and lifting. Effective February 02, 2026 all persons practicing as a Health Care Aide must hold registration with the (CLHA).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Medication Assistance Program (MAP).